Colin Stokes: How movies teach manhood
Colin Stokes: How movies teach manhood
What’s the difference between Star Wars and The Wizard of Oz? In the later movie, the lead female character navigates a world by using her wits and by making good friends. In the former, however, the lead female character — well, she doesn’t do much for herself. At TEDxBeaconStreet, Colin Stokes wonders what these movies teach his two young children, and calls for films that focus less on defeating the villain and more on connecting with others.

Tony Porter: A call to men
Tony Porter: A call to men
Tony Porter grew up surrounded by the idea that men should be strong, and that they are superior to women. This is what he calls the “man box.” At TEDWomen 2010, he challenges all guys to step outside of it. Telling powerful stories from his own life, Porter reveals how difficult it is for men to hold themselves to the “man box” standards, and reveals how they can be transcended.

Sam Martin: Claim your "manspace"
Sam Martin: Claim your “manspace”
The Bat Cave, the Fortress of Solitude, Elvis’ men-only rooms at Graceland. Author Sam Martin looks at the grand tradition of men building their own spaces. These aren’t just places for beer-can pyramids, he says, but places to indulge in hobbies and passions. And they are essential for happiness, he says.